Senior Associate / Counsel

Norton Rose Fulbright; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Norton Rose Fulbright in London is seeking a Senior Associate or Counsel to play a leading role within our derivatives practice, handling complex transactions and advising on regulatory issues. You will manage client relationships, lead transaction teams, mentor junior lawyers and contribute to the growth of the practice in a fast-moving, global firm environment.

The successful candidate will bring extensive experience in ISDA documentation, collateral arrangements and structured derivatives

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor in England & Wales (candidates from other jurisdictions may be considered).
• Experience at a top-tier UK, US, or international law firm with focus on derivatives and structured finance.
• Strong academic background with understanding of derivatives products and financial markets.
• Deep expertise in ISDA documentation, collateral arrangements, structured derivatives and regulatory frameworks.
• Track record of leading complex transactions and managing client relationships.
• Excellent drafting and negotiation skills.
• Strong commercial awareness and strategic thinking.
• Experience supervising junior lawyers and developing the wider practice.
• Experience supporting business development and growing client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead role in derivatives practice and manage client relationships.
• Work on complex, high-profile transactions with significant responsibility.
• Guide junior lawyers and contribute to development of the practice.
• Advise clients on derivatives structures and regulatory issues.

Skills

Derivatives & structured finance

ISDA documentation

Regulatory knowledge

Client relationship management

Leadership of complex transactions

Negotiation skills

Commercial awareness

Supervising junior lawyers

Education

Solicitor qualification (England & Wales)

Job description

Job Description

Norton Rose Fulbright is a global law firm with more than 3,000 lawyers advising clients across locations in the United States, Europe, Canada, Latin America, Asia, Australia, Africa and the Middle East. We provide a full scope of legal services to the world’s preeminent corporations and financial institutions.

Our vision is to be a world class business, profitable, ambitious, cooperative and considerate, supporting our clients and people through our global business principles of Quality, Unity and Integrity.

With over 7,000 employees worldwide, our culture is the thread that connects us. Our strategy and culture are closed connected – defined by shared ambition, global collaboration and a one-team mindset. We believe pioneering work happens when people are empowered to think beyond boundaries, explore new opportunities and grow through diverse experiences. Alongside the right skills and experience, we are looking for people who are innovative, commercially minded, and motivated by the impact of the work they do – ready to share in our ambition and help shape what comes next.

Because while individuals can do well, together we achieve something extraordinary.

Practice Group / Department

Capital Markets - London

Job Description

Norton Rose Fulbright is a global law firm with more than 3,000 lawyers advising clients across locations in the United States, Europe, Canada, Latin America, Asia, Australia, Africa and the Middle East. We provide a full scope of legal services to the world’s preeminent corporations and financial institutions.

Our vision is to be a world class business, profitable, ambitious, cooperative and considerate, supporting our clients and people through our global business principles of Quality, Unity and Integrity.

With over 7,000 employees worldwide, our culture is the thread that connects us. Our strategy and culture are closed connected – defined by shared ambition, global collaboration and a one-team mindset. We believe pioneering work happens when people are empowered to think beyond boundaries, explore new opportunities and grow through diverse experiences. Alongside the right skills and experience, we are looking for people who are innovative, commercially minded, and motivated by the impact of the work they do – ready to share in our ambition and help shape what comes next.

Because while individuals can do well, together we achieve something extraordinary.

The Role

We are looking to recruit an exceptional Senior Associate or Counsel to play a leading role within our derivatives practice. This position offers the opportunity to work on some of the market's most complex and high-profile transactions while taking significant responsibility for client relationships, matter management and junior lawyer development.

The successful candidate will be a recognised technical specialist with extensive experience advising on complex derivatives structures and associated regulatory issues. You will act as a trusted adviser to clients, lead transaction teams and support the strategic growth of the practice.

Key Skills And Experience.

• Qualified as a solicitor in England & Wales (candidates with experience from other jurisdictions may also be considered)
• Experience at a top-tier UK, US, or international law firm, with a focus on derivatives and structured finance
• A strong academic background, with a solid understanding of derivatives products and financial markets
• Demonstrate deep expertise in ISDA documentation, collateral arrangements, structured derivatives and related regulatory frameworks.
• Have a strong track record of leading complex transactions and managing client relationships.
• Possess excellent technical, drafting and negotiation skills.
• Demonstrate strong commercial awareness and strategic thinking.
• Be confident supervising junior lawyers and contributing to the development of the wider practice.
• Have experience supporting business development and helping to grow client relationships.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

To attract the best people, we strive to create a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can bring their whole selves to work, have a sense of belonging, and realize their full career potential.

Our new enabled work model allows our people to have more flexibility in the way they choose to work from both the office and a remote location, while continuing to deliver the highest standards of service. We offer a range of family friendly and inclusive employment policies and provide access to programmes and services aimed at nurturing our people’s health and overall wellbeing. Find more about Diversity, Equity and Inclusion here.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from individuals who can complement our existing teams. We strive to create an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for all candidates. If you require any tailored adjustments or accommodations, please let us know here.